KRS-One

Lawrence "Kris" Parker (born August 20, 1965), better known by his stage names KRS-One and Teacha, is an American rapper, songwriter, actor, lyricist, activist and record producer. In 1987, he formed the group Boogie Down Productions. He received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2008 BET Awards for his work in the Stop the Violence Movement.

His stage name (KRS-One) stands for Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone.

Category:1965 births
Category:Living people
Category:Rappers from New York (state)
Category:Singer-songwriters from New York City
Category:African-American rappers